Unix Timestamp Converter Online Free
Convert Unix timestamps to readable dates and convert dates back to Unix time. Supports seconds, milliseconds, UTC and local browser time.
Timestamp to Date
Date to Timestamp
How to Convert Unix Time
Convert timestamps and dates in three simple steps.
1. Enter timestamp or date
Paste a Unix timestamp or select a date and time.
2. Choose unit
Select seconds, milliseconds or auto detection.
3. Convert instantly
Get readable dates or Unix timestamps directly in your browser.
Convert epoch time for logs, APIs and databases.
This Unix Timestamp Converter helps developers convert epoch timestamps, debug API responses, inspect database records and compare UTC with local browser time.
You can convert Unix timestamps in seconds or milliseconds, convert local dates back to epoch time and view UTC, ISO and local time formats instantly.
What is a Unix timestamp?
A Unix timestamp is the number of seconds that have passed since January 1, 1970 at 00:00:00 UTC. It is also called epoch time.
Unix timestamps are commonly used in APIs, databases, logs, programming languages and backend systems because they are easy to store and compare.
When should you use it?
- Debugging API timestamps
- Reading database date values
- Checking server logs and events
- Comparing UTC and local browser time
- Converting milliseconds and seconds timestamps
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Unix Timestamp Converter FAQ
Common questions about Unix time and epoch timestamps.
What is a Unix timestamp?
A Unix timestamp is the number of seconds that have passed since January 1, 1970 at 00:00:00 UTC.
Can I convert milliseconds?
Yes. This tool can convert timestamps in seconds or milliseconds.
What is epoch time?
Epoch time is another name for Unix time, counted from January 1, 1970 UTC.
Is this Unix Timestamp Converter free?
Yes. This online Unix Timestamp Converter is free to use.
Does this tool show UTC and local time?
Yes. The converter shows UTC, ISO and local browser time when converting timestamps.
What is the difference between seconds and milliseconds?
Seconds are 10-digit timestamps in many systems. Milliseconds are usually 13-digit timestamps and are common in JavaScript.
Can I convert a date to Unix time?
Yes. Select a date and time, choose seconds or milliseconds and convert it into a Unix timestamp.
Does the current timestamp update automatically?
Yes. The current Unix timestamp updates live while the page is open.